Vivitar DVR 498 User manual

DVR 498
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction...........................................................................................................................................2
What’s Included ....................................................................................................................................2
Parts of the Camcorder.........................................................................................................................3
Initial Setup...........................................................................................................................................4
Main Camcorder Modes........................................................................................................................6
Camcorder Technical Specifications .....................................................................................................7
Computer System Requirements..........................................................................................................8
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Camera......................................................................................9
Changing Modes...................................................................................................................................9
Video Capture Mode...........................................................................................................................10
Photo Capture Mode...........................................................................................................................10
Playback Mode ...................................................................................................................................11
Installing the Software.........................................................................................................................13
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer.......................................................................................14
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer......................................................15
Get Started!.........................................................................................................................................16
Transferring Images from the Camcorder to the Computer Manually .................................................16
Camera Maintenance..........................................................................................................................18
Sakar Warranty Card ..........................................................................................................................18
Technical Support ...............................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................19

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Everything you need to take quality digital photos
and videos is included with your digital video camera.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
NOTE: Your digital video camera needs an SD Memory card (up to 16GB) for normal use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital video camera.
What’s Included
1) Digital Camcorder
2) USB cable
3) Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software
Installation CD
NOTE: SD Memory card and batteries not included.

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Parts of the Camcorder
1. LCD Screen
8. Hand Strap
2. Power Button
9. Microphone
3. MODE Button
10. Tripod Mount
4. Left / Zoom In Button
11. USB Port
5. Right / Zoom Out Button
12. SD Memory Card Slot
6. Shutter Button
13. Battery Compartment
7. Digital Lens

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Initial Setup
Installing the Batteries
Installing the Memory Card
Slide off the side cover and insert 3x
AAA (1.5V) batteries.
Alkaline batteries recommended
(not included).
SD Memory card (up to 16GB)
needed for normal use.
Turning On the Camera
Using the Camera
Selecting
the modes

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Installing the Batteries
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera, according to the polarity
shown inside the battery compartment. (See photo above.)
Use 3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. (Batteries not included.)
NOTE:
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some camera features will not work if the battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camera automatically turns off a
few seconds later.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power
Installing the SD Memory Card
Make sure the SD card (up to 16GB) has been properly inserted into your camera.
SD Memory card not included.
To properly insert the SD Card:
Push the SD card into the slot in the direction as shown SD card icon on the camera.
Push the SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the SD card has been
inserted correctly.
After the camera is powered on, the SD icon will appear on the LCD display. If you do not see
the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted properly.
Make sure the SD card is not locked (check the lock switch on the side of the SD card).
If the SD card is locked this will prevent the camera from saving captured photos to the SD card.
Powering ON the camera
Flip open the LCD screen. Press the POWER button to turn on the camera.
Congratulations! Your camera is now ready to use.

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Main Camcorder Modes
Your camcorder has different modes for the various camera functions.
You can switch modes by pressing the MODE button on your digital video camera after it has been
powered ON.
Video Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital video camera.
This is the default mode when the camcorder is powered ON.
To take a video, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button to start the
record. To stop the record, press the Shutter button again. The video will be automatically
saved to your camcorder’s memory card.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your digital video camera.
After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture
Mode. To take a picture, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button.
The picture will be automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
Playback Mode (Photos & Videos)
Use this mode to view and manage the videos and photos seen on your digital video
camera - saved to your SD memory card. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE
button twice to open the Playback mode for photos and videos. You can scroll through the
photos and videos that you’ve previously taken to view or delete them as desired.

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Camcorder Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Image Resolution
640x480 (VGA)
Video Resolution
320x240 (QVGA)
File Format
JPEG (Photo) / AVI (Video)
External Memory
SD Memory card (up to 16GB)
LCD Display
1.5 Inch Preview Screen
Lens
f=3.8mm
Zoom
4X Digital Zoom
Light Exposure
Auto
White Balance
Auto
ISO
Auto
Scene
Auto
Language
English
Interface
USB 2.0 High Speed
System Requirements
Windows XP (SP 3), Vista (SP1) and Windows 7 ;
Mac OSX v10.5.x and above
Battery
3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries (not included)
Working Temperature
0~60C

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Computer System Requirements
WINDOWS
To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum
configuration:
MICROSOFT®Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or Windows 7
Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
1 GB of RAM, with 250 MB of free hard disk space
16-bit Color monitor, 1024 X 768 recommended screen resolution
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
MICROSOFT ® Internet Explorer 7 or higher
Windows Media Player 10 or higher
DirectX 9 or higher
Internet connection required
MACINTOSH
To be able to download photos and videos to your Macintosh, you will need the following minimum
configuration:
Intel Processor running Mac OS X v10.5.x or later
1 GB RAM, 250 MB free hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
Internet connection required

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Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Camera
Make sure the batteries have been installed properly into your digital video camera.
Make sure an SD card has been installed properly into your camera.
(SD Memory card up to 16GB - SD Card not included)
Powering the camcorder ON
Flip open the LCD display panel. Press the Power button to turn your camcorder ON.
The camcorder will be in Video Capture mode to start.
Powering the camcorder OFF
While the camera is on, you can press the Power button again at any point to turn your camera
OFF. You will see a “Goodbye” splash screen and then the camera will power off completely.
Note: When there is insufficient battery power, a “Low Battery”message will appear on the LCD
screen. The digital video recorder will automatically power off a few moments later.
Auto Power Saving
Your digital video recorder has an Auto Power Off feature that will automatically turn off the camcorder
if it has not been in use after 2 minutes.
Changing Modes
Your camcorder has three main modes:
1) Video Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your camcorder.
2) Photo Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your camcorder.
3) Playback Mode (for photos and videos) - Use this mode to view the photos and videos you
have already taken with your camcorder.
When the digital video camera is first powered ON, the Video Capture Mode will be active.
To change the active digital video camera mode press the MODE button.
When in Video Capture Mode, this icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD display
When in Photo Capture Mode, this icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD display
When in Playback Mode, this icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD display